‘Sad state of affairs in Karnataka’: Mohandas Pai, Kiran Shaw  hit out over potholed Bengaluru roads

As Bengaluru continues to struggle with deteriorating road conditions, citizens are increasingly voicing their frustrations over the city's pothole-ridden streets. Despite Bengaluru's reputation as a leading IT hub, its infrastructure remains a significant concern, with many residents finding it nearly impossible to navigate the damaged roads.

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Prominent voices in the city have expressed their dissatisfaction with the state of affairs, criticizing both past and present governments for their failure to address the issue. Mohandas Pai, a well-known entrepreneur and civic activist, has been particularly vocal. He recently took to social media to condemn the ongoing problem, attributing it to long-standing corruption.

"Sad state of affairs in Karnataka. The result of continuing high corruption over the last 20 years. Today in the 21st century, cannot Karnataka even build pothole-free roads? Big shame!" Pai tweeted, tagging Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and MP Tejasvi Surya.

Sad state of affairs in Karnataka. The result of continuing high corruption over last 20 years. Today in the 21St century cannot Karnataka even build pot hole free roads? Big shame! ⁦@CMofKarnataka⁩ ⁦@siddaramaiah⁩ ⁦@DKShivakumar⁩ ⁦@Tejasvi_Surya⁩ ⁦ pic.twitter.com/GPVQUXShFh

— Mohandas Pai (@TVMohandasPai)

Sad state of affairs in Karnataka. The result of continuing high corruption over last 20 years. Today in the 21St century cannot Karnataka even build pot hole free roads? Big shame! ⁦@CMofKarnataka⁩ ⁦@siddaramaiah⁩ ⁦@DKShivakumar⁩ ⁦@Tejasvi_Surya⁩ ⁦ pic.twitter.com/GPVQUXShFh

— Mohandas Pai (@TVMohandasPai) August 19, 2024

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The criticism comes amid growing public outrage, as citizens demand accountability and immediate improvements to the city's infrastructure. The poor condition of Bengaluru's roads has not only disrupted daily commutes but has also raised serious concerns about safety.

So frustratingly shameful. https://t.co/L35aH7yTCx

— Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (@kiranshaw)

So frustratingly shameful. https://t.co/L35aH7yTCx

— Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (@kiranshaw) August 18, 2024

">August 18, 2024

With prominent figures like Pai calling out the government, there is mounting pressure on authorities to take swift and effective action to address the city's crumbling infrastructure.